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Design

Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

2.has an over-the-ear form

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.

3.has a detachable cable

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.

4.weight

309g

226g

221.1g

Best

Sony MDR-EX150AP

3g

5.can be folded

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Folding devices are good for transporting as they take up less space in your bag.

6.has a tangle free cable

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

The cable is designed to minimize tangling.

For example

SoundMagic E11C

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Sound quality

1.lowest frequency

10Hz

10Hz

18Hz

The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Best

Sony MH1CBLK

1Hz

2.has sound isolation/passive noise reduction

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

3.sound pressure level

90dB/mW

105dB/mW

113dB/mW

Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Best

AKG K553 Pro

144dB/mW

4.has a neodymium magnet

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.

5.has active noise cancelling (noise reduction)

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.

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Power

1.has a battery level indicator

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.

2.has a rechargeable battery

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

The battery can be recharged and used over again.

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Connectivity

1.Can be used wirelessly

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

2.maximum Bluetooth range

10m

10m

10m

The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.

Best

Fiil Canviis Pro

100m

3.has a 3.5mm male connector

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.

4.supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.

5.Has WiFi

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

The device can connect to WiFi.

For example

Meters OV-1 Bluetooth

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Features

1.control panel placed on a device

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

2.can be used as a headset

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.

3.number of microphones

2

1

2

More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

Best

Parrot Zik Sport

8

4.warranty period

1

1

2

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.

Best

Treblab X2

Unlimited undefined

5.has a noise canceling microphone

Bose QuietComfort 35

Philips SHB8750NC

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.